Richard Julian

A gifted songwriter that has garnered much respect in the underground, folk singer Richard Julian demonstrates a talent for strong melodies and his own distinct sound. Born in Arden, DE, Julian became a classically trained pianist at a young age and found himself writing his own songs in his early teens. A planned move to Los Angeles got him as far as Las Vegas, where he became a keyboard player for several big-name cocktail singers. After spending a year in the town, he moved to New York City and managed to score a recording contract within a few months of arriving. Releasing a self-titled debut on Blackbird/Sire, Julian got his name out nationally and received some good notices. But the following year's Smash Palace was a more varied effort, showcasing his talents for orchestrating many different instruments at once. An excellent effort, it still didn't make much of a financial difference and his label left him before 2000. Still playing live and working on new material, Good Life arrived in 2002 and coincided with a cover of the first album's "Young and Free" by Art Garfunkel. ~ Bradley Torreano

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davidbolton17

laurentcussa cDon't read this because it actually works. You will be kissed on the nearest Friday by the love of your life. Tomorrow will be the best day of your life. However if you don't post this you will die in 2 days. Now you have started reading this so don't stop. This is so scary put this on at least 5 songs in the next 143 minutes. When done press f6 and your lovers name will appear on the screen in big letters this is so scary because it actually works

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cathy_radcliffe

RJ is an awesome talent!! Clever, creative lyrics and melodies. His work with the Little Willies shouldn't be missed either.

I've had the privilege of working with and knowing Richard as a friend and he has been this talented since I knew him at 18. He hasn't forgotten where he's from and that is reflected in his music. And if he never becomes a superstar, well that's just life in the left wing. Randy-Curtain Up!

I saw him at the Crypt at Columbia University, just him and his guitar, and he was awesome. Someone was playing a trumpet outside during the performance so he changed key and just started playing along with it. A talented and charismatic performer.